THE LOOP DRUG CHECKING SERVICE
The Loop provide event-based and community-based drug checking and associated harm reduction services. The Loop also provide specialist training courses in drugs awareness, harm reduction and managing problems in nightlife venues.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £28,089 for the year, with total unrestricted reserves of £65,699. Per the trustees' report, these free reserves equate to just over seven months of unrestricted expenditure, which exceeds the stated policy target of three months. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“One employee received employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) for the reporting period of more than £60,000” — page 24
“One employee received employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) for the reporting period of more than £60,000” — page 24
“The Trustees recognise that a level of this reserve should be gradually increased to the equivalent of three months’ total expenditure calculated and reviewed annually.”
“Fiona Measham’s partner was paid £327 for training delivery and associated expenses (2024: £808). During the period £15,454 (inc VAT) was paid to the University of Liverpool for secondment fees for Fiona Measham with the purpose being to engage academic research expertise into The Loop (2024: £15,484). This has been approved by the Trustees and, in line with our Conflict of Interest policy, Fiona Measham did not participate in these discussions.” — page 29
“During the period £15,454 (inc VAT) was paid to the University of Liverpool for secondment fees for Fiona Measham with the purpose being to engage academic research expertise into The Loop (2024: £15,484). This has been approved by the Trustees and, in line with our Conflict of Interest policy, Fiona Measham did not participate in these discussions.” — page 29
“Fiona Measham’s partner was paid £327 for training delivery and associated expenses (2024: £808). During the period £15,454 (inc VAT) was paid to the University of Liverpool for secondment fees for Fiona Measham with the purpose being to engage academic research expertise into The Loop (2024: £15,484). This has been approved by the Trustees and, in line with our Conflict of Interest policy, Fiona Measham did not participate in these discussions.” — page 29
“During the period £15,454 (inc VAT) was paid to the University of Liverpool for secondment fees for Fiona Measham with the purpose being to engage academic research expertise into The Loop (2024: £15,484). This has been approved by the Trustees and, in line with our Conflict of Interest policy, Fiona Measham did not participate in these discussions.” — page 29
Trustees
- Professor Fiona Meashamchair
- Darren John Knight
- Dr EMILY JANE LUCY FINCH
- Jonathan Paul Drape
- Philip Alan Kolvin KC
- Sarah Dalton
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £236k | £208k |
| 31/03/2024 | £162k | £176k |
| 31/03/2023 | £30k | £64k |
Common questions
Is THE LOOP DRUG CHECKING SERVICE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a surplus of £28,089 for the year, with total unrestricted reserves of £65,699. Per the trustees' report, these free reserves equate to just over seven months of unrestricted expenditure, which exceeds the stated policy target of three months. The charity reports no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of THE LOOP DRUG CHECKING SERVICE earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £60,001 - £70,000 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.